Collection: Valerian

What is valerian?

Valerian is a soothing plant that has been used in folk medicine since ancient times. In the wild, valerian grows mostly in Europe and America. In the Middle Ages, the monks thought that the valley was a sacred plant of the Virgin Mary, so it was also thought to have magical properties.

Benefits of valerian

Valerian is known for its soothing and stress relieving properties. It also has a choleretic effect, which means that it is necessary for people suffering from thick bile. Valerian helps relieve pain and spasms. It also helps calm and restore the brain after hard mental work.

Valerian increases the elasticity and permeability of blood vessels and thus helps to improve the activity of the cardiovascular system. It helps to restore energy reserves and mental capacity.

Uses of valerian

Valerian is used as an antidepressant and sedative. It also helps relieve pain and diseases of the nervous system. It helps you sleep better and fights stress. Valerian is good for fear, restlessness and nervous tension. It can also help relieve panic attacks, anxiety, anxiety, hysteria, learning difficulties, depression and high blood pressure.

Historically, valerian has been used in various parts of Estonia for the treatment of respiratory pain, stretch marks and nerve diseases. It was also believed to relieve headaches, abdominal cramps and menstrual cramps.

Valerian side effects and overdose

Excessive consumption of valerian can have side effects. Emotionality, excessive drowsiness, drowsiness and headache may occur.